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1869 - Sanford Lyon, Henry Wiley and William Jenkins begin drilling the first oil well in Pico Canyon [story]
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THINGS TO DO IN THE SCV
Oct. 13: E-Waste Roundup at Congregation Beth Shalom
Friday, Sep 13, 2013

Congregation Beth Shalom is holding an E-Waste Roundup on Oct. 13 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bring all of your old computers, accessories, printers, monitors, cell phones, small appliances, etc to 21430 Centre Pointe Parkway, Santa Clarita. This is a charitable donation. For information call Mark at 661-296-3507.

Are You Environmentally Literate? Learn to ‘Green Up’ at COC Conference

Dr. Geoffrey Chase, keynote speaker Ever mindful of the positive role that a developed level of environmental literacy can have on a community, this fall, College of the Canyons and the Santa Clarita Environmental Education Consortium (SCEEC) will host the first annual environmental leadership conference,...

Sept. 8: Health Fair at Santa Clarita United Methodist
Thursday, Sep 5, 2013

The public is invited to the 6th Annual Health Fair at Santa Clarita United Methodist Church on Sunday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event will feature at bicycle safety program by Walk n’ Rollers, an Internet safety program for kids, free medical screenings for adults, and fun activities. The event...

Oct. 2: COC to Host Body-Mind-Wellness Fair
Tuesday, Sep 3, 2013

Negative body image, loss, domestic violence and abuse are just some of the many issues that can plague the body and the mind. In October, College of the Canyons will host the “Body-Mind-Wellness For a Better Life” community resource fair as the kick off event of a two-month long seminar series focused...

Oct. 20: Soroptimist Wine Affair
Friday, Aug 30, 2013

Please Join Us! Sunday, October 20, 2013 2-6 PM Town Center Drive, Valencia, CA Purchase your tickets now…   Buy Tickets Vintner Sponsor – Pinot’s Palette We are pleased...

Sept. 11: Hart District College, Career Fair at Hyatt
Thursday, Aug 29, 2013

Begin with the end in mind. Hart School District students are encouraged to think this way as families begin to make decisions about education options following high school. The Hart School District is hosting its 3rd Annual College & Career Fair on Wednesday evening, Sept. 11, from 6 p.m. to 8:30...

Sept. 27: SCV Latino Chamber to Hold Black-Tie Awards Gala (Video)

The Santa Clarita Valley Latino Chamber of Commerce will hold its 3rd Annual Awards Gala at the Hyatt Regency Valencia’s Grand Ballroom on Friday, Sept. 27, beginning at 6 p.m., with a VIP reception. This year’s theme is “Celebrating Diversity” and the event will feature speakers and entertainers...

Bowl-A-Thon for Nonprofit Helping Disturbed Children

The Jani Foundation, a new 501c3 nonprofit organization dedicated to serving the educational and social needs of mentally ill children in the SCV’s special education programs, will hold a Bowl-A-Thon on Saturday, Sept. 28, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Valencia Lanes. It will be the organization’s...

Sept. 27: Special Academy for Aspiring & Established Entrepreneurs
Wednesday, Aug 28, 2013

The Young Entrepreneur Program (YEP) offered at the Small Business Development Center (SBDC), hosted by College of the Canyons, and Valley Industrial Association (VIA) will be hosting an Entrepreneur Academy on Friday, Sept. 27. The Entrepreneur Academy is a live, interactive event that will immerse...

Sept. 8: Donate a Teddy Bear for a Child in ER
Tuesday, Aug 20, 2013

More than 9,000 children are admitted to Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital’s Emergency Department each year. You can help provide these kids comfort and put them at ease by donating a new, huggable teddy bear on Sunday, Sept. 8. The Donate-A-Bear collection will be held from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. near...

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Cal Fire has reported that fires in Los Angeles County have burned more than 26,000, acres and more than 1,100 structures lost.
UPDATE: L.A. County Fires Exceed 26,000 Acres, 1,100+ Structures Lost
The National Day of Mourning to honor the late President Jimmy Carter isn't recognized as an official federal holiday, however, some organizations and businesses will be closed by the day of observance.
Jan. 9: No Mail Delivery on National Day of Mourning
Cal Fire reports a fire has broken out at 2:07 p.m. on the 5700 block of Soledad Canyon Road in Acton.
BREAKING: Fire Breaks Out in Acton
All For Kids is seeking foster families and now offers two virtual ways for individuals and/or couples to learn how to help children in foster care while reunifying with birth families or how to provide legal permanency by adoption.
Jan. 16: All For Kids Virtual Orientations on Foster Care and Adoption
California Credit Union Foundation is encouraging college-bound students across Southern California to apply for its 2025 Student Scholarship Program.
California Credit Union Foundation Offering Scholarships to Students
The Santa Clarita Valley Water Board of Directors has selected Director Maria Gutzeit to serve as Board President in 2025, while Directors Bill Cooper and Gary Martin were selected to serve as Vice Presidents at the board’s regular meeting on Jan. 7.
SCV Water Elects Gutzeit Board President
In response to ongoing fires throughout Los Angeles County, DoorDash has activated its Severe Weather Protocol to pause operations in affected areas, including Santa Clarita.
DoorDash Service Remains Suspended in Santa Clarita, L.A. Areas
The Small Business Development Center hosted by College of the Canyons will offer a free webinar, Mastering Ecommerce: From Foundations to Advanced Strategies, Part 2, Buyer Personas & Digital Marketing Essentials, on Wednesday, Jan. 15 from 10-11 a.m.
Jan. 15: Free Webinar on Mastering Ecommerce
Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors Chair Kathryn Barger recently issued a statement regarding how Measure E funds will benefit the county's firefighting capabilities.
Barger Comments on L.A. County Measure E (Firefighting) Implementation Plan
At the midway point of the 2024-25 athletic year, The Master's University is in fifth place among all NAIA schools for the annual Learfield Directors' Cup.
TMU in Fifth for the Learfield Directors’ Cup
Nicole Chuang poured in 10 points in the final seconds of regulation and in the overtime period to lead The Master's University women's basketball team to a 72-68 overtime win against Hope International Saturday, Jan. 4 in Fullerton.
Lady Mustangs win GSAC opener in OT
The National Weather Service has continued the Red Flag Warning through 6 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 9 in the Santa Clarita Valley.
Red Flag Warning Continues for SCV, Hurst Fire Threatens Newhall Pass
1869 - Sanford Lyon, Henry Wiley and William Jenkins begin drilling the first oil well in Pico Canyon [story]
spring pole
A wildfire in Los Angeles's Pacific Palisades neighborhood, driven by extreme winds, rapidly grew to more than 3,000 acres on Tuesday, prompting thousands of residents to evacuate the affluent enclave overlooking the Pacific Ocean.
Wildfires Burn in Pacific Palisades, Altadena
As extremely strong winds continue to pose widespread risk of power outages, wildfires, and other hazards, Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors Chair Kathryn Barger has signed an emergency proclamation to bolster response and recovery work. 
Barger Proclaims Local Emergency for Windstorm
A memorial highway dedication ceremony honoring Deputy Hagop “Jake” Kuredjian will be held Wednesday, Jan. 8 at 10:30 a.m. at the site of Kuredjian’s memorial on Poe Parkway and Stevenson Ranch Parkway.
Jan. 8: Ceremony at SCV Sheriff’s Station Honors Deputy ‘Jake’ Kuredjian
The California Department of Motor Vehicles will host a public briefing on Jan. 10, 2025, from 12 PM to 1 PM, to highlight insights and outcomes from its 2024 Mobile Driver’s License Hackathons.
California DMV Invites Public to Mobile Driver’s License Hackathon Public Briefing
The Los Angeles County Homeless Initiative invites the community to attend a webinar about its Draft Funding Recommendations for addressing and preventing homelessness in Fiscal Year 2025-26.
Jan.16: Homeless Initiative Seeks Community Input for 2025-26 Draft Funding
Local nonprofit Fostering Youth Independence is kicking off the new year with a training session for new “Allies” to support Santa Clarita youth who are aging out of the L.A. County foster care system.
Jan. 14:  Fostering Youth Independence Kicks off New Year With Opportunity to Become Ally to a Local Foster Youth
The California Department of Motor Vehicles today announced that industry business customers, including registration services and vehicle dealerships, currently “posting fees” (a type of payment-only transaction) at an Industry Business Center (IBC) or other DMV office will instead be required to use the DMV’s Vehicle Industry Services online channel. 
DMV Industry Business Customers To Now Use Online Payment Channel
Mojdeh Mahn, associate dean of learning resources and director of The Learning Center (TLC) at College of the Canyons, remembers the first time she stepped foot on campus as a 17-year-old.
Longest-Serving COC Employee Retires After 44 Years of Service
Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors Chair Kathryn Barger issued the following statement this morning, as Los Angeles County braces for a significant and widespread windstorm beginning today and lasting for two days:
Barger Issues Statement on Upcoming Windstorm and High Fire Risk
Congregation Beth Shalom invites the community to its showing of "Boy on the Run" on Jan. 12 at 2 p.m. in the CBS Social Hall, 21430 Centre Pointe Parkway, Santa Clarita, CA 91350.
Jan. 12: CBS Film Series Presents ‘Boy on the Run’
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